Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems tailored to educational contexts, with strong data analysis capabilities and proficiency in relevant tools. Proven ability to train and build capacity among government and partner teams while effectively communicating insights to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Monitoring And Evaluation System DesignData Analysis And Actionable InsightsTraining And Capacity BuildingProficiency In Excel And ODK-Based PlatformsExperience With Tableau Or Power BI

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead program measurement, monitoring, and review for a government-led TaRL-informed remediation initiative in Lesotho
Design and implement a comprehensive program measurement and monitoring strategy tailored to Lesotho’s context
Establish sustainable systems for assessment, monitoring, and review that generate actionable data
Co-create and adapt foundational learning assessments aligned with existing government systems
Embed assessment and learning practices within broader education system reforms
Collaborate with government and partners to ensure assessment tools are fit-for-purpose
Train government and partner teams to administer, analyze, and use assessment results
Co-design and deliver Lesotho’s monitoring, measurement, and review system within government processes
Develop tools and processes for high-quality program data collection through sustainable government channels
Enable implementation teams and government officials to review, interpret, and act on data
Establish feedback loops to inform decisions and program adaptations
Analyze program data and share actionable insights with government stakeholders and partners
Assess technical capacity and conduct assessment and data-use workshops
Identify opportunities to simplify processes, automate activities, and integrate TaRL data into government platforms
Track, review, and report on Lesotho program data in alignment with TaRL Africa’s strategy and workplan
Consolidate implementation, outcome, and cost data in central systems
Maintain accurate, automated, and up-to-date country dashboards and multi-year data systems
Respond to data queries from donors, partners, and senior management
Support annual and bi-annual program reviews
Contribute to partner-led studies
Communicate program lessons and results for internal and external program improvement
Coordinate with the Global PM&I team on knowledge management and cross-country learning
Monitor evolving government policies and initiatives in Lesotho and across TaRL Africa’s countries of work
Perform other tasks assigned by line manager(s)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, International Development, Public Policy, Education, Social Sciences, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in monitoring, measurement and review systems, ideally within the education or development sector
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing monitoring, measurement and review systems
Experience crafting foundational learning assessment tools
Experience co-creating monitoring systems with the government
Familiarity with national or regional learning assessments and government data systems strongly preferred
Experience working with Lesotho’s Ministry of Education strongly preferred
Strong data analysis skills and ability to translate findings into actionable insights
Proficiency in Excel and ODK-based platforms, such as SurveyCTO and KoboCollect
Experience with Tableau or Power BI, and Stata or R strongly preferred
Strong technical skills in monitoring and evaluation system design
Ability to translate program needs into practical data collection and analysis tools
Capacity-building and facilitation skills to train government and partner teams
Knowledge of data management platforms and automation approaches
Ability to design clear, engaging dashboards and communicate insights effectively to non-technical audiences
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to build capacity and train others in assessment, data collection, and data use
Ability to work collaboratively with government, partners, and multi-disciplinary teams
Curiosity, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

Comp & perks

Nationally peer-benchmarked compensation package aligned with organizational salary scales, taking into account qualifications and professional experience
Equal-opportunity employer committed to having a diverse workforce

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Hard Skills

Monitoring And EvaluationData AnalysisFoundational Learning Assessment DesignProgram Measurement And ReviewData Collection Tools Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical And Critical ThinkingCollaboration And TeamworkCuriosity And AdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ExcelODK-Based PlatformsSurveyCTOKoboCollectTableauPower BIStataR

Industry Keywords

Education SectorInternational DevelopmentPublic PolicyGovernment Data SystemsLesotho Ministry Of Education